D-segment


The D-segment is the third largest of the European segments for passenger cars, and is described as "large cars". It is equivalent to the Euro NCAP "large family car" size class, and the present-day definition of the mid-size car category used in North America. Compact executive cars are part of the D-segment size category.
Most D-segment cars are saloons or estates but hatchbacks were common. Pricing and specification of D-segment cars can vary greatly, from basic low-cost transport to more luxurious and expensive models.
Sales of D-segment cars represent 8% of the market.

Current models

The five highest selling D-segment cars in Europe are the Volkswagen Passat, Mercedes-Benz C-Class, Audi A4/S4/RS4, BMW 3 Series and Škoda Superb.

Historic models

Note: this list includes cars from these decades which carried a different nameplate or numeric designation to the modern day equivalent, and in some cases there is no modern day direct equivalent

1960s